This domain represents the symbolic and learned aspects of human society, including social norms, accepted behaviours and customs. The importance of cultural heritage to an individual’s wellbeing has been acknowledged in various reports. While language and connection to land are issues for some people, they may not be applicable to every individual’s life circumstances.ELEMENTS OF THE DOMAIN

• Recognition of a clan, tribal or language group
• Protection and ownership of intellectual rights of cultural heritage
• Recognition and practice of Indigenous knowledge and lore
• Cultural obligations and traditional rights
• Cultural representation, especially through art
• Access to traditional lands
• Caring for country
• Land ownership and control
• Maintenance of and support for Indigenous languages